A competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase. Bioactive metabolite of mevastatin.
Melting Point:
168-173 degrees C
Solubility:
DMSO, Methanol
Method for determining Identity:
Proton NMR (DMSO-d6) and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
Specific Rotation:
+141 (c=0.5, Methanol)
Elemental analysis:
(found) %C: 61.11, %H: 8.04;
(calculated) %C: 61.87, %H: 7.90
TLC Conditions:
SiO2; Dichloromethane: Methanol: Acetic Acid= 9:1:0.1; Visualized with UV and AMCS; Single spot, Rf=0.4
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
Important Note:
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards:
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.